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Technische Universität Berlin
Master German + English Social Sciences

Urban and Regional Planning

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

Urban and Regional Planning looks at the many diverse needs of society when it comes to the structured and unstructured environment and the conflicts and opportunities for action that arise from this. The master's program supports students in setting their own thematic focus within the framework of a diverse range of courses, which is reflected in various profile modules (urban politics and policy, urban development and climate, urban planning and infrastructures as well as global urban and regional development processes) and compulsory elective components. The program is a project program with a high proportion of interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary teaching in the form of student projects. Students are required to participate in an excursion. The program consists of compulsory modules (42 credit points), compulsory elective modules (42 credit points), elective modules (12 credit points), and a master's thesis (24 credit points). There is also an opportunity to participate in a dual degree program with the Universidad de Buenos Aires/Argentina.
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Urban and Regional Planning looks at the many diverse needs of society when it comes to the structured and unstructured environment and the conflicts and opportunities for action that arise from this. The master's program supports students in setting their own thematic focus within the framework of a diverse range of courses, which is reflected in various profile modules (urban politics and policy, urban development and climate, urban planning and infrastructures as well as global urban and regional development processes) and compulsory elective components. The program is a project program with a high proportion of interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary teaching in the form of student projects. Students are required to participate in an excursion. The program consists of compulsory modules (42 credit points), compulsory elective modules (42 credit points), elective modules (12 credit points), and a master's thesis (24 credit points). There is also an opportunity to participate in a dual degree program with the Universidad de Buenos Aires/Argentina.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Urban and Regional Planning at Technische Universität Berlin

Is Urban and Regional Planning at Technische Universität Berlin taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Urban and Regional Planning programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Urban and Regional Planning at Technische Universität Berlin?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Urban and Regional Planning?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Technische Universität Berlin — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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